GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
Overview
This role is responsible for accounting functions supporting both development activities and ongoing property operations. The Senior Accountant will also assist the Accounting Manager with additional projects as needed.
Qualifications
EducationBachelor’s degree in Accounting or FinanceExperience4+ years of accounting experienceDevelopment/job cost accounting or real estate accounting requiredStrong general ledger experienceProficiency with Microsoft Word and ExcelExperience with Yardi preferredSkills & AttributesHigh ethical standards and integrityExcellent written, verbal, and listening communication skillsStrong organizational skillsHigh attention to detail and accuracyEffective time management and prioritization abilitiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsQuick learner with a customer-focused mindset
Key Responsibilities
Development AccountingPrepare, review, and post payables to ensure accuracy and timely processingRecord loan funding receiptsRecord entries related to asset transfers and land takedowns for vertical developmentCalculate and process development feesRecord earnest money depositsPrepare overhead capitalization entriesRecord capitalized lease-up losses for newly completed projectsUpdate development reports and maintain current cost projectionsReview project classifications (proposed, under development, abandoned, completed) and record necessary entriesPrepare construction loan drawsOperational AccountingPrepare, review, and post rent charges and payment receiptsCalculate and apply late fee chargesMaintain depreciation and amortization schedulesPrepare journal entries, receipts, and other recurring chargesPerform bank reconciliationsMonitor aged receivables and support collection effortsPrepare deferred rent schedules and set up recurring entriesPrepare and review month-end close reports including trial balance, income statement, general ledger, AP, AR, and budget variancesTrack and reconcile tenant security deposits and tenant improvement costsJoint Venture ReportingPrepare contribution requests as neededPrepare monthly joint venture reporting packages, including financials and variance explanationsSupport FunctionsAssist with annual business plan preparation and building-level operating budgetsSupport annual audit preparation and provide requested documentation to external auditors
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